Job Opportunities at Costa Farms

 Costa Farms is the largest grower and wholesaler of indoor houseplants in North America. Selling primarily through larger retailers, Costa Farms is the leader in the industry. Costa Farms is a third generation, family owned business that globally stretches over 3,500 acres and employs 3,000+ associates. Along with thriving indoor houseplant and bedding plant divisions, Costa Farms operates merchandising and transportation companies as part of its infrastructure with operations domestically in South Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina and abroad in the Dominican Republic, and Far East.

The following job opportunities are available. You can contact Robin Snyder at rsnyder@ufl.edu for complete job descriptions.

Web Developer
Shipping Supervisor - Agriculture
Net Developer
Purchasing Agent - Live Goods
Product Manager

Costa Farms
305-247-5135, ext: 106 | f: 786-272-1067
22290 SW 162nd Avenue | Miami, FL 33170

Job Opportunities at Corporate Green/Green Seasons

Corporate Green/GreenSeasons is a family-owned landscaping and facilities maintenance business committed to providing a warm and family-oriented atmosphere to all Team Members. We provide services such as landscaping, lawn maintenance, pest control, outdoor mosquito misting systems, irrigation controls, and building outdoor living spaces, patios, decks and walkways. The following employment opportunities are available to qualified applicants. You may contact Robin Snyder at rsnyder@ufl.edu for complete job descriptions.

Landscape Specialist

Turfgrass Management Specialist

Arborist

Contract Management

Irrigation Technician


Mindi Valentine
Corporate Green/GreenSeasons
mindi@greenseasons.us
Office: 225-752-2333
Fax: 225-752-1399
GreenSeasons.us

Engineering Specialist at SRWMD

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates the effective and efficient acquisition of water use monitoring data in support of agricultural water use monitoring and water resource planning, including equipment selection, installation, calibration, and maintenance.

• Coordinates the design and operation of databases needed in the acquisition of water use monitoring data.

• Supervises staff as necessary in the acquisition of water-related data.

• Plans, manages and performs other special projects or activities related to water resources monitoring with emphasis on water use monitoring.

• Prepares reports including recommendations, agreements, specifications, contracts and other related correspondences; makes presentations and updates key stakeholders as needed.

• Serves as a technical resource and liaison regarding data availability, quality and applicability to District engineers and modelers.

• Serves as a technical resource and liaison between other agencies, local governments, consultants and members of the public.

• Uses appropriate software, databases, modeling systems and other technology.

• Performs project management duties as needed, including preparation and evaluation of requests for bids; contract negotiations; contractor oversight, and cost tracking against budgeted funds.

• Understands and applies water-related laws, rules, and policies.

• Participates in and coordinates in other District activities and performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies: Data Acquisition Technology – Knowledge of technologies used to collect, deliver, and quality-assure water-related data. Accuracy / Attention to Detail - Ability to perform job functions with high level of accuracy. Problem Solving - Knowledge of approaches, tools and techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operation, technical, and process problems. Flexibility and Adaptability - Knowledge of successful approaches, tools and techniques for dealing with change and adapting to a changing environment. Listening - Ability to gather, clarify and apply information transmitted verbally, while exhibiting a genuine interest toward the speaker. Oral and Written Communications - Ability to express oneself to provide information to others effectively, recognizing that communication is more than just language. It includes tone, style and structure. Interpersonal Relationships - Knowledge of approaches, tools and techniques for working with individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner. Conflict Management - Knowledge of tools and techniques for anticipating, recognizing and effectively dealing with existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group or situational level. Decision Making and Critical Thinking - Knowledge of tools and techniques for effective use of broad range of factors, assumptions, frameworks and perspectives when solving problems and making decisions.

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Salary Minimum $39,894.40

Berry Ranch Manager - Hendersonville, NC

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Berry Ranch Manager performs the vital function of developing and operating RAC’s berry farm operations in a manner that is economically successful, strategically oriented, and technically innovative.  

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Production manager, the Ranch Manager will maintain a RAC farms and develop plans for the farm, directly manage its farming operations, and be responsible for its P&L. The Ranch Manager will be responsible for all aspects of RAC’s new farming operations, including overseeing ranch development, managing the ground prep and planting process, hiring and management of operational and harvest labor, and executing day to day cultural growing practices and harvest activities in order to ensure successful crops.  

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Manages and supervises, with hands-on involvement, all farming activities, including irrigation system installation and management, land prep, planting, fertilization and pesticide applications, pruning, and harvesting.
• Identifies, sources, and hires labor; develops and manages crews; ensures proper training; manages performance.
• Learn and implement the latest and best current production practices from within the RAC organization, as well as from university and other outside industry resources; develop and advance knowledge and innovations that deliver competitive advantage.
• Develops and manages operating budgets; assess the capital budget needs; manage costs; and deliver expected profitability.
• Responsible for submission of production data and any required crop information.
• Ensures compliance with all labor laws, prime audits or food safety, company policy and workers safety.
• Responsible for the development of harvesting supervisors for succession plan
• Participate in weekly and monthly crop statement reviews
• Continued communication with Driscoll’s to ensure accurate estimates of crops and to deliver high quality to the cooler
• Maintains a well organized, clean and safe work environment
• Travel required between RAC’s various districts; industry conferences; etc. 20% travel

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent education required.
• 1-3 years of experience in production agriculture.
• Direct berry crop farming experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

SKILLS:

• Ability to operate farm equipment
• Operate and maintain drip irrigation systems
• Implement fertilization and pest management programs
• Engage in hands on pruning and harvest activities
• Ability to develop and manage personnel
• Demonstrated strength in operational administration
• Understanding of agricultural financial measurements
• Self-starter; ability to work independently as well as with growers, team members and management
• Detail oriented, with effective verbal, writing and presentation skills

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Please submit cover letter and resume to: racjobs@berry.net

Sawmill Yard/Production Kiln Supervisor

Kempfer Sawmill has an opening for a Sawmill Yard/Production Kiln Supervisor in Saint Cloud, FL - 10 miles West of I-95 Melbourne

 

No degree is required, but prior experience in sawmill production & Kiln operations is preferred.

 

Responsibilities include/but not limited to:

•  Supervise mill crew.
• Inventory of logs, lumber, mulch. Capable to order more logs when needed.
• Supervise Kiln.
• Load lumber on semi trucks.

Heavy Equipment/Knuckle boom knowledge a definite plus!

For more information please contact Henry 321-288-7470 or Becky 407-892-1169.

Sparr Building Supply Assistant Manager Trainee - ends June 24th

Family owned and operated since 1947, providing a wide variety of agricultural and building material products with three locations serving central Florida.

Job Title: Assistant Store Manager Trainee

Location: Sparr, FL

Salary: DOE, discussed with employer

Full-time: 35+ hours per week

Job Description: Individual will encourage a selling environment within the store by providing leadership and training to associates on product knowledge, selling skills, merchandising standards and customer service. Position responsible for maintaining store appearance.

Qualifications:

· Retail and Supervisory experience favored; hardware, agriculture and/or building material knowledge preferred.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with customers, peers and management.

· Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.

· Proficient in multi-tasking in a fast paced environment while working in outdoor/indoor conditions.

· Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs.

Please forward résumés and inquiries to kandish@sparrbuilding.com by June 24, 2013.

Please visit www.SparrBuilding.com to learn more about our company.

Von Family Farms Operations Manager

Yon Family Farms is a registered Angus and commercial cattle farm located in west central South Carolina. Around 600 Angus brood cows and 250 commercial cows make up the herds.

A retail livestock supply business operates out of a multi-purpose facility at the Angus location. Feed, animal health supplies, livestock handling equipment, seed, minerals and fencing supplies are offered.

Kevin and Lydia Yon own & work full time on the farm, along with five other full-time employees, and four part-time employees who assist with daily chores, field work, and cattle work. They are looking for a Farm Operations Manager.

Job Requirements:

· Strong work ethic

· Knowledgeable of general farm operations, including forage planting, spraying, fertilization and harvest.

· Responsible for coordinating all tractor, truck and farm equipment maintenance, minor repairs, and shall keep all records pertaining to such.  

· Mechanical and welding skills would be beneficial, as would experience with irrigation and fencing. 

· Coordinate and assist with forage and soil sampling for the entire operation.  

· Working knowledge and experience with cattle, forages, nutrition and feeds, is helpful, but equally important is reliability, the ability to supervise others, and a strong work ethic. 

· This individual will be expected to assist with cattle work including mixing feed and feeding with a vertical mixer wagon, putting out round hay bales, helping with herd health, and assisting with reproductive management.

· Grazing management would be an essential skill. 

This job can be tailored, matching an individual’s strong points and areas of interest with the necessary work to be done on the entire operation. It is understood that many individuals will not have experience in all the areas mentioned, but willingness and ability to learn those skills is essential.

Benefits Available:
Salary is dependent upon experience and qualifications. 

Housing

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Freezer Beef

Retirement Plan for Long Term Employees

Community and surroundings:
Ridge Spring is a wonderful community that is home to diverse agriculture including cattle, row crops, timber, peaches, vegetables, commercial pecans, and a farmer owned marketing/fertilizer co-op. It is located in Saluda County, which boasts the state’s most active cattlemen’s association with almost 400 members. Our small town has all the basics from a John Deere dealership to a hardware store and a bank. Several churches of different denominations are within ten miles of the farm. We are easily accessible from Interstate 20 and are 40 miles east of Augusta, GA and 50 miles west of Columbia, SC, both offering the conveniences of the city, for numerous shopping and recreational activities. (Aiken, SC is also nearby). The residents of Ridge Spring for the most part have agricultural roots and interests, which, along with the beauty of the area, make it a great place to raise cattle and a family.

Please send Resumes with References to:
Yon Family Farms
Kevin & Lydia Yon
P.O. Box 737
Ridge Spring, SC 29129
kyon@pbtcomm.net
www.yonfamilyfarms.com
(no phone calls please)